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Raiders counting on Nagkoue to spark struggling pass rush

Building a fearsome pass rush has been coach Jon Gruden’s white whale ever since trading away star edge rusher Khalil Mack just before his first season back as coach of the Raiders...

MARCH 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Curious calls by Sean Payton, Jon Gruden highlight Week 16

Jon Gruden's decision to forgo a gimme touchdown for a field goal that left the Dolphins just 19 seconds backfired when Ryan Fitzpatrick needed just one play to put Miami in field-...

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders keep finding ways to lose, fall to Dolphins 26-25

The struggling Las Vegas Raiders continue to find innovative ways to lose

DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dolphins stun Raiders 26-25 to move step closer to playoffs

Ryan Fitzpatrick completed a 34-yard pass to Mack Hollins while being dragged down by the facemask and the Miami Dolphins moved one step closer to a playoff berth when Jason Sander...

DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

A bonus for NFL fans in Week 16: 4 straight days of games

Now this is a week NFL fans can truly celebrate

DECEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders fire defensive coordinator Paul Guenther

The Las Vegas Raiders fired defensive coordinator Paul Guenther after he failed to make any significant improvement for the unit in nearly three full seasons on the job

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders RT Sam Young, Chiefs WR Watkins among inactives

Right tackle Sam Young is inactive for the Las Vegas Raiders in their AFC West showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to active roster Key (undisclosed) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The 24-year-old never tested positive for the virus but was considered a high-risk close contact of Clelin Ferrell. Key should continue to fill a rotational role on the defensive line for Las Vegas.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders activate 7 defensive players from COVID-19 list

The Las Vegas Raiders have activated seven players off the COVID-19 list after they missed practice this week as “high risk” close contacts to a teammate who had tested positive

NOVEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders' shorthanded D has 'daunting task' vs. Chiefs

Preparing to play Patrick Mahomes and the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs can cause nightmares for opposing defensive coordinators in the best of circumstances

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tagovailoa seeks only second 4-0 start by rookie in 40 years

The Miami Dolphins are playoff contenders once again after turning to rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Placed on COVID-19 list The Raiders placed Key on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN reports.

Impact Key was considered a high-risk close contact after Clelin Ferrell tested positive for the virus Tuesday. Key will be eligible to play in Sunday's game against the Chiefs as long as he continues to test negative this week leading up to the game.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lock misses practice, Rypien might get second career start

Coach Vic Fangio says Drew Lock has made progress this week as he deals with bruised ribs

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders add 7 more players to COVID-19 list

The Las Vegas Raiders have placed seven more players on the COVID-19 list as “high risk” close contacts with teammate Clelin Ferrell after he tested positive for the coronavirus

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fangio: Drew Lock's bruised ribs might sideline him Sunday

Poor play won't get Drew Lock benched

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders run over mistake-prone Broncos 37-12

Josh Jacobs ran for 112 yards and two TDs and Jeff Heath had two of Las Vegas’ five takeaways to help the Raiders beat the Denver Broncos 37-12 for their third straight win

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Good to go Key (foot) will be available for Sunday's matchup with the Broncos, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Although Key was limited at practice all week, it looks like the Raiders were just erring on the side of caution. Barring any setbacks, look for him to take on his usual role providing depth on the defensive line.

NOVEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gruden's plans showing signs of fruition in Year 3

The plan Jon Gruden had when he returned as coach of the Las Vegas Raiders in 2018 is finally showing signs of fruition

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out again Key (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup with the Chargers, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Key's absence will mark his second straight due to a foot injury. The depth defensive lineman will now focus on his recovery and a potential return in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gruden defends Raiders on coronavirus despite latest penalty

Coach Jon Gruden is defending the way the Las Vegas Raiders have handled the coronavirus despite the organization being hit with a hefty penalty for violations from the league

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Derek Carr adds running threat for Raiders this season

Derek Carr dropped back on third-and-long, saw nothing develop downfield and decided to scramble 11 yards to a first down before punctuating the play with a demonstrative fist pump...

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Broncos clear RB Lindsay in return from concussion

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay has cleared concussion protocol and will play against the Los Angeles Chargers

NOVEMBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play in Cleveland Key (foot) is inactive Week 8 against the Browns.

Impact Key has appeared in each game this season as a reserve defensive lineman, but did not see the practice field this week and will effectively take a seat. Chris Smith and Carl Nassib would be candidates to see additional snaps in his stead.

NOVEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Trent Brown returns to practice for Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders have activated right tackle Trent Brown from the COVID-19 list and could have him available a week after he missed a game because of a positive coronavirus te...

OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders lack of pass rush big part of loss to Bucs

Las Vegas coach Jon Gruden said he would immediately look at how to spark the Raiders struggling pass rush after Tom Brady carved up his defense while barely being touched in Tampa...

OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS